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The 2003 Toyota Prius Base is a front-wheel drive, 5-door Hatchback that was released to the New Zealand market on 4th January 1970. The Toyota Prius is regarded as a small Car built in Japan with prices starting at $43,500 before on-road costs.
This Toyota Prius uses a fully electric engine.
The Toyota Prius measures 1488mm (58.6 inches) in height, 4445mm (175.0 inches) in length, 1727mm (68.0 inches) in width with a 2692mm (106.0 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 1296kg (2857.2 lbs) of unladen weight. The Prius Base comes standard with 195/60 R15 front tyres and 195/60 R15 rear tyres. It has a 36 month, 100,000 km warranty.
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Power to Weight
63.27 kW/t
63.27 kW/t
147.67 kW/t
Boot Space
453 litres
290 litres
453 litres
Warranty (Years)
3 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
100,000 km
100,000 km
Unlimited
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
1,725 kg
1,725 kg
1,860 kg
Ground Clearance Unladen
142 mm
142 mm
160 mm
Battery & Charging
Dimensions
4,445 mm
1,727 mm
1,488 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,445 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,727 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,488 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,692 mm |
| Turning Circle | 9,400 mm |
| Load Capacity | 429 mm |
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Explore Toyota Prius Features & Specs
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 106
Engine
Bore Engine: 88.5
Engine (cc): 1497
Compression Ratio: 9.6
Engine Configuration: In-Line
Engine Code: 1nz-Fxe
Engine (L): 1.5
Number of Cylinders: 4
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 96
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Additional Fuel Types
Fuel Types: Unleaded
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Other Fuel Type: Unleaded
Other Fuel Type Octane Number: 91
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Multi-Point Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 11.9
Main Capacity (L): 45
Main Fuel Type: Unleaded
Main Type: Main
Electric Power Source
Battery Type: Nickel Metal Chloride
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Fuel Consumption
AS 2877 Combined (L/100km): 4.4
AS 2877 Combined (mpg): 53
AS 2877 Standard: As 2877
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 10.9
Maximum Speed (km/h): 165
Maximum Speed (mph): 103
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 112
Maximum Power (kW): 82
Maximum Torque (Nm): 478
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 22
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 78
Maximum Power (kW): 57
Maximum Torque (Nm): 115
Drive
Driven Wheels: Front
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Electronic Control Auto Only: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: Variable
Shift Lever Location: Dash
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 2
Power Steering
Type: Hydraulic
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Type: Plastic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Strut
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Torsion Beam
Rear Wheel Dependence: Semi-Independent
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 195
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 60
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 195
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 15
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 15
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 6
Body Style
Body Type: Hatchback
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: Hatchback
Spoiler
Location: Trunk/Hatch
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 16
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 453
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 9400
Front Track (in): 59.4
Front Track (mm): 1510
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 5.6
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 142
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 30.8
Overall Height (in): 58.6
Overall Height (mm): 1488
Overall Length (in): 175
Overall Length (mm): 4445
Overall Width (in): 68
Overall Width (mm): 1727
Rear Track (in): 58.3
Rear Track (mm): 1480
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 33.5
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 10200
Wheelbase (in): 106
Wheelbase (mm): 2692
Internal Dimensions
Front Headroom (in): 39.1
Front Headroom (mm): 993
Rear Headroom (in): 37.3
Rear Headroom (mm): 947
Front Hip Room (in): 51
Front Hip Room (mm): 1295
Rear Hip Room (in): 51.4
Rear Hip Room (mm): 1306
Front Leg Room (in): 41.9
Front Leg Room (mm): 1064
Rear Leg Room (in): 38.6
Rear Leg Room (mm): 980
Front Shoulder Room (in): 55
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1397
Rear Shoulder Room (in): 52.9
Rear Shoulder Room (mm): 1344
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Complex Surface
Paint
Type: Metallic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Weights
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1725
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 3803
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1296
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 2857
Antenna
Type: Roof
Audio Anti-Theft Protection
Type: Concealable
Type: Integrated In Dash
Type: Separate Display
Type: Code
Audio System
Brand Name: JBL
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Type: Stereo
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Electric
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Type: Manual
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy Look
Doors: Alloy Look
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Center
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Main Seat Material: Upgraded Cloth/Velour
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Pop Out
Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Pop Out
Door Pockets Bins
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Air Conditioning
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
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